Royal Oak, Auckland

Got something to swap or sell?

Got something to swap or sell?

Head to Market if you need to buy or list uniforms, books or bikes.

1863 days ago

Recycle a school desk

The Team from Resene ColorShop Onehunga

Make homework fun by transforming an old school desk into a bright and appealing workstation using your children’s favourite Resene colours.

Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene. Find out how to create your own.

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1866 days ago

Yellow swan turns heads in Auckland

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

The Birds Auckland group has been driving past regularly to check on the male swan that was shot with a crossbow in Auckland's Western Springs.

The group painted the bird's head yellow so they can watch over its welfare.

The swan was earlier reunited with its partner and cygnet after a… View more
The Birds Auckland group has been driving past regularly to check on the male swan that was shot with a crossbow in Auckland's Western Springs.

The group painted the bird's head yellow so they can watch over its welfare.

The swan was earlier reunited with its partner and cygnet after a crossbow bolt was removed from its chest and the animal was treated with antibiotics.

If you notice any future problems with the swan, phone Birds Auckland on 09 256 7300

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1865 days ago

Concerns over pedestrian crossing safety: New Lynn, Auckland

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

The pedestrian crossing near the roundabout at Margan Ave and Hutchinson Ave intersection in New Lynn has drawn criticism from a New Lynn resident.

She has written to Auckland Council questioning the safety of having the crossing close to the traffic circle.

Do you know of any other pedestrian … View more
The pedestrian crossing near the roundabout at Margan Ave and Hutchinson Ave intersection in New Lynn has drawn criticism from a New Lynn resident.

She has written to Auckland Council questioning the safety of having the crossing close to the traffic circle.

Do you know of any other pedestrian crossings near to roundabouts in Auckland which you think are dangerous?

Do you like the practice of installing crossings close to traffic circles?

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1863 days ago

TV & WiFi Signal services

Abdol from TV Signal Solutions Ltd.

Does your smart TV buffers during online streaming? Or you see no signal on screen?

Call on 0220746441, Abdol

We offer comprehensive solutions for TV & WiFi services.

1870 days ago

Pōhutukawa vandalism: Allegations among Karaka residents - was it an inside job?

Reporter Auckland Stuff

A series of accusatory hand-written notes have been delivered to residents of Harbourside Drive following Sunday’s vandalism of several trees.

Locals are feeling “absolutely disgusted” at the suggestion that they are behind the incident, which involved a vandal felling eight street … View more
A series of accusatory hand-written notes have been delivered to residents of Harbourside Drive following Sunday’s vandalism of several trees.

Locals are feeling “absolutely disgusted” at the suggestion that they are behind the incident, which involved a vandal felling eight street pōhutukawa trees with a chainsaw.

Paul and Sue Wilson, who have lived on the road for over 10 years, arrived home on Monday from a trip to Waiheke Island to find a line of felled trees and a curt hand-written note in their letterbox.

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1863 days ago

High winds on Harbour Bridge and trains cancelled

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

Aucklanders are advised to expect potential disruptions as Metservice reports high winds on the Harbour Bridge. Trains on the Eastern and Western lines have also been cancelled. Delays are expected, with felled trees, power disruptions and heavy rain experienced city-wide.

Here's what you … View more
Aucklanders are advised to expect potential disruptions as Metservice reports high winds on the Harbour Bridge. Trains on the Eastern and Western lines have also been cancelled. Delays are expected, with felled trees, power disruptions and heavy rain experienced city-wide.

Here's what you need to know:
- North-easterly winds are being recorded in Auckland, with Metservice forecasting winds up to 110km/h between 2pm and 4pm in the bridge area.
- Waka Kotahi (NZTA) have introduced speed restrictions on the Harbour Bridge.
- Drivers of heavy vehicles and motorcyclists are advised to travel via the Western Ring Route (State Highways 16 and 18).

Stay up to date with the latest road closures and disruptions by heading to Waka Kotahi's (NZTA) journey planner. You can find an alternative public transport route by using the AT Journey Planner.

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1864 days ago

New guardian watches over miners City Rail Link Mt Eden

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

A new guardian will watch over workers preparing to mine the first 50 metres of tunnel at Mt Eden for the City Rail Link.

In the spirit of mining tradition, a statue of St Barbara, the patron saint of miners, was blessed in a dawn ceremony and placed in a shrine near the tunnel entrance.

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A new guardian will watch over workers preparing to mine the first 50 metres of tunnel at Mt Eden for the City Rail Link.

In the spirit of mining tradition, a statue of St Barbara, the patron saint of miners, was blessed in a dawn ceremony and placed in a shrine near the tunnel entrance.

Ceremonies like this have been repeated worldwide for centuries wherever people go to work underground, said Francois Dudouit, project director for City Rail Link's Link Alliance.

"St Barbara is their guardian and her presence gives assurance that they will be safe below ground."

A statue of St Barbara also watches over workers building the Karangahape underground station.

The saint was an early convert to Christianity who was discovered hiding underground and killed by her pagan father.

Work will start shortly mining the first 50 metres of tunnel at Mt Eden to accommodate the project’s Tunnel Boring Machine.

The machine will excavate the tunnel up to the new Aotea underground station in central Auckland.

Aucklanders will get the chance to see the Tunnel Boring Machine at a public open day being held at Mt Eden early next month.

More details will be announced in mid-November.

1866 days ago

Poll: Are you in favour with Grant Robertson becoming the new deputy prime minister?

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has revealed her new Cabinet lineup.

Grant Robertson will take on the role of deputy prime minister in the new Labour-led Government.

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Are you in favour with Grant Robertson becoming the new deputy prime minister?
  • 80.2% Yes
    80.2% Complete
  • 19.8% No
    19.8% Complete
872 votes
1864 days ago

Police find missing international student

Caryn Wilkinson Reporter from Community News

Missing international student Anh Vu Hoang ​has been found.

This follows a police plea for help to find the 18-year-old who was last seen at an address in Auckland on November 2.

Auckland City District Police

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1864 days ago

Neighbourly 101: Information for service providers

Neighbourly.co.nz

Got a side hustle going on? If you’re a babysitter, gardener, tutor or any casual service provider, it’s easy to reach local customers in your neighbourhood. All you have to do is set up a Neighbourly business profile!

Having this feature puts you a cut above the rest, with your business … View more
Got a side hustle going on? If you’re a babysitter, gardener, tutor or any casual service provider, it’s easy to reach local customers in your neighbourhood. All you have to do is set up a Neighbourly business profile!

Having this feature puts you a cut above the rest, with your business easy to find for Neighbours in our Business Directory. To get yourself business ready, follow these steps below:

- Head to our business directory by clicking ‘Businesses’ button at the top of your noticeboard.
- Click ‘Become Premium Business' (you can find this at the categories section).
- Have a browse! You can read all of our info and make a decision on whether your service will be more suited to a Premium Business Profile or a free profile.
- Follow all the steps in the sign-up process and you’re good to go.

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1865 days ago

Project going out the door!

Dovetail Restorations Ltd

Cabinet doors ready for re-assembling ✅

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1865 days ago

Laybuy Mania 10% OFF Site Wide - Today Only!

Sophie from Celebration Box

Shop all your Favourites for less. Use code: LAYBUY10

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1865 days ago

Report illegal rubbish dumping

The Team from Auckland Council

If you see dumped rubbish, call us on 0800 NODUMP (0800 663 867) to report it.
Dumpers will be fined up to $30,000. Your waste is your responsibility.
You can:
• Take it to your nearest rubbish transfer station or community recycling centre (charges may apply).
• Donate items … View more
If you see dumped rubbish, call us on 0800 NODUMP (0800 663 867) to report it.
Dumpers will be fined up to $30,000. Your waste is your responsibility.
You can:
• Take it to your nearest rubbish transfer station or community recycling centre (charges may apply).
• Donate items that are in good condition and could enjoy a ‘second life’ with someone else to your local charity store or reuse shop, during opening hours only.

For more info on how to dispose of unwanted items, visit aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
Find out more

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1865 days ago

Top Soil for Sale

Pritesh from Mount Roskill

Waikato Top Soil for Sale.
$75 per cubic metre.
Please bring your trailor.

Price: $75

1865 days ago
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